Fluoride for Smiles

[Fluoride for Smiles @FluorideSmiles]

La fluoración del agua comunitaria ha contribuido a la disminución de las caries dentales durante los últimos 75 años.
A partir de 2018, la fluoración del agua comunitaria ha protegido a más de 200 millones de personas o al 73 % de la población de EE. UU.
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[Fluoride for Smiles @FluorideSmiles]

Community water fluoridation has contributed to the decline of tooth decay for the past 75 years.

As of 2018, community water fluoridation has protected more than 200 million people or 73% of the US population.

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Water fluoridation is effective in reducing dental decay by 25% in children and adults.
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¿Sabías?
El agua fluorada funciona junto con la pasta de dientes con fluoruro, al igual que las bolsas de aire agregan una capa de protección al uso de cinturones de seguridad en los automóviles.
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Did you know?
Fluoridated water works in tandem with fluoride toothpaste, much like air bags add a layer of protection to wearing seat belts in cars.
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[Fluoride for Smiles @FluorideSmiles]

Fluoride is not a medication!
Fluoride works systemically and topically and
can be delivered both ways.
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The cost to manage dental caries on an in-patient basis in an emergency room is 10 times the cost of providing care in a dental office.

The average cost of a filling is $224 (ADA’s 2020 Survey of Dental Fees).

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[ADA @AmerDentalAssn]

#ADANow: The ADA stands firm in its support for community water fluoridation following a court ruling on September 24, 2024. Learn more at https://t.co/VZiyS7Vvqt

[Fluoride for Smiles @FluorideSmiles]

Perfect for #HealthLiteracyMonth, Fluoride for Smiles has many resources to offer health professionals including a Patient Conversation Guide. Learn more about these resources at https://t.co/O0RKzOWwGn…. #FluorideforSmiles #DentalHygieneMonth

[Fluoridation Society @AFS_Fluoride]

Here's the ADA response to the recent ruling by the Federal judge against the EPA and CWF. Yes, the basic rule of toxicology: "The dose makes the poison."
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[Fluoridation Society @AFS_Fluoride]

Below is the AFS response to the Judge Chen’s decision in the California trial, emphasizing the multiple failures of the NTP monograph. https://t.co/BQVe4EcDBK

[Matthew Jacob 🇺🇦 @mattindctweets]

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) joins the @AmerDentalAssn in restating its support for water fluoridation to prevent cavities. AAP believes a recent court decision relied too heavily on a scientific report with major limitations. AAP's comments: https://t.co/ON3HwccgBE

[Fluoride for Smiles @FluorideSmiles]

Did you know that community water fluoridation helps the public receive a source of fluoride to protect teeth against dental decay regardless of their socioeconomic status.
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Community Water fluoridation is only one example of America's tradition of fortifying foods and beverages to protect human health. Learn more about the safety and efficacy of community water fluoridation at https://t.co/HDjmRDAXFP.

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Other water fluoridation comparisons include 1 minute in 1,000 days.
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This phrase can be used at any point in the conversation when concerns are raised. Continuing the conversation with questions on a patient's concerns is important to keep the conversation going and address any myths that the patient may have to share.
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[Fluoride for Smiles @FluorideSmiles]

Community water fluoridation is the single-most effective and safe public health measure to prevent tooth decay. Learn more about the safety and efficacy of community water fluoridation at https://t.co/HDjmRDAXFP.

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AAP stands by recommendations for low fluoride levels to prevent caries https://t.co/RNhv9zp10I

[Matthew Jacob 🇺🇦 @mattindctweets]

The American Academy of Pediatrics comments on the fluoride report released last week by a U.S. agency: https://t.co/BHyOdTOwlD

[Matthew Jacob 🇺🇦 @mattindctweets]

A U.S. agency has walked back its original statements about fluoride. Given that its original report failed peer review, this isn't a surprise.
Here is an excellent summary of the report issued last week:
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